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Washburn Americana Series M3SWETWRK Florentine Electric Mandolin with Carved Solid Spruce Top, Solid Maple Back and Sides, 24 Frets, Maple Neck, Gloss, Trans Wine Red

SKU: WBM3SWETWRK MFR: M3SWETWRK-D-U
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Key Features

  • Experience superior sound quality with this Washburn Florentine electric mandolin.
  • Crafted with solid maple back & sides for a rich, resonant mandolin tone.
  • The carved solid spruce top enhances projection, making this mandolin sing!
  • Enjoy smooth playability with a comfortable maple neck and rosewood fretboard.
  • MG2 preamp system delivers clear, amplified mandolin tones for any stage.
  • Gold diecast tuners ensure excellent tuning stability for your mandolin.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?BARRY M : I needed an acoustic-electric mandolin for stage performance. This one has good ratings and a good pickup.

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2022-08-17T11:10:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Lives up to the ratings and worth the cost

This mando lives up to the high ratings and its slightly higher price. But, as they say, "you get what you pay for". Out of the box it played well and sounded great. I am especially pleased with the pickup and the amplified tone it delivers. Other guitars and mandos I've owned require you to really crank up the amp or PA volume just to be heard in a fairly large room, and they often have a really harsh mid tone that just does not sound natural. I use a 2-channel PA; one channel for vocals and the other for instruments. With my other acoustic-electric instruments I have to set the input to mic instead of line just to be heard. With this thing I can leave it set to line because it has a more than ample pre-amp in its pickup system. The tone is warm and natural, and with some tweaking of the bass and treble sliders, you can dial in your desired tone. The only criticism I have is that the action was a little higher than I like, but I loosened up the strings and adjusted the bridge down to get it to my liking. This not only made it easier to play, but also greatly improved the intonation because there is now less string bend (which makes it go sharp) when fretting the strings. Just be careful when making adjustments not to damage the small pickup cord that extends up out of the body and through the bridge to the pickup, which by the way is cleverly sandwiched between two sections of the bridge right below the strings to deliver great sensitivity and balance. I was a little disappointed by the small "made in China" print on the sticker inside the sound hole, but these days it seems most stringed instruments are no longer made in the USA, and if they are you pay double or triple the price. As long as it is made with quality materials and craftmanship, which this mando is, that is a trade-off I can live with. This Mando is beautiful in both appearance and sound!

BARRY M.

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Washburn M3SWETWRK Specifications

  • Shape

    Florentine Electric

  • Top

    Carved Solid Spruce

  • Back

    Solid Maple

  • Sides

    Solid Maple

  • Bracing

    Quarter Sawn Sitka Spruce

  • Neck: Material

    Maple

  • Neck: Fretboard

    Rosewood

  • Neck: Inlays

    Snow Flake

  • Neck: Nut

    ABS

  • Neck: Nut width

    28mm / 1.10"

  • Neck: Scale

    13.8" / 35.05cm

  • Preamp system

    MG2

  • Bridge

    Rosewood

  • Tuners

    Gold Diecast w/Pearloid buttons

  • Strings

    D'addario J73 light gauge Mandolin Strings

  • UPC Code

    801128353630

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Lives up to the ratings and worth the cost

By BARRY M.

This mando lives up to the high ratings and its slightly higher price. But, as they say, "you get what you pay for". Out of the box it played well and sounded great. I am especially pleased with the pickup and the amplified tone it delivers. Other guitars and mandos I've owned require you to really crank up the amp or PA volume just to be heard in a fairly large room, and they often have a really harsh mid tone that just does not sound natural. I use a 2-channel PA; one channel for vocals an...

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Make your musical performances stand out with the Americana Series M3SWETWRK Florentine Electric Mandolin by Washburn, a testament to over a century of craftsmanship in stringed instruments. This mandolin is not just a visual delight with its stunning Trans Wine Red gloss finish, but it's also an auditory masterpiece, designed to elevate your sound whether you're playing bluegrass, Celtic, rock, or any other genre.

The M3SWETWRK features a carved solid spruce top, which contributes to its clear, resonant acoustic tones, and solid maple back and sides that enhance the instrument's durability and tonal warmth. The mandolin's Florentine style, characterized by its elegant curves and sharp points, not only adds to its gorgeous appearance but also to its comfortable playability.

Equipped with a state-of-the-art pickup and active electronics, including bass, treble, and volume controls, this mandolin ensures that your music can be amplified without losing its natural warmth and richness. The 24-fret maple neck offers smooth playability and accessibility to a wide range of notes, allowing for intricate and expressive performances.

The M3SWETWRK is designed to be the perfect stage performance mandolin, offering both the tonal quality expected from a high-end acoustic instrument and the versatility required by modern musicians. Whether you're looking to add a new dimension to your music or seeking an attractive, high-quality mandolin that can keep up with your dynamic playing style, the Americana Series M3SWETWRK is an excellent choice that combines tradition with contemporary needs.

Washburn M3SWETWRK Features

  • Carved solid spruce top for exceptional acoustic clarity
  • Solid maple back and sides offering durability and warm tones
  • Active electronics with bass, treble, and volume controls for amplified performance
  • Elegant Florentine style with a stunning Trans Wine Red gloss finish
  • Comfortable 24-fret maple neck for versatile playability
  • Perfect for bluegrass, Celtic, rock, and beyond to broaden your sonic palette

Key Features

  • Experience superior sound quality with this Washburn Florentine electric mandolin.
  • Crafted with solid maple back & sides for a rich, resonant mandolin tone.
  • The carved solid spruce top enhances projection, making this mandolin sing!
  • Enjoy smooth playability with a comfortable maple neck and rosewood fretboard.
  • MG2 preamp system delivers clear, amplified mandolin tones for any stage.
  • Gold diecast tuners ensure excellent tuning stability for your mandolin.

What's in the box:

  • Washburn Americana M3SWETWRK Florentine Electric Mandolin
  • MC92 Case
  • Washburn Lifetime Limited for Mandolin and 1 Year for Electronic Control Warranty